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An ancient tadpole fossil, the oldest ever found, was recently unearthed in Argentina, providing insights into the evolution of modern frogs.

Scientists have discovered the oldest-known fossil of a giant tadpole that wriggled around over 160 million years ago.

Scientists have discovered the world’s oldest giant tadpole fossil, dating back over 160 million years, in Argentina.

In the new study, the team describes this well-preserved fossil tadpole. It belongs to the species Notobatrachus degiustoi and dates back about 168 to 161 million years to the Middle Jurassic. Most ...

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